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George Mitchell was a very good leader, and we were more than satisfied with his leadership. And I know the guys were jealous.
Barbara Mikulski
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Barbara Mikulski
Age: 88
Born: 1936
Born: July 20
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Baltimore
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Barbara Ann Mikulski
Barbara A. Mikulski
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